~ Song Reviews 🎵 ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to Single & Track reviews. Singles and tracks of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype – We don’t discriminate. Track reviews are also available on the home page.

More often than not, the single reviews on the site tend to follow a format that includes an intro paragraph with background information, a body, comprised of 1-2 paragraphs of analysis, and a concluding paragraph that ‘puts a cap’ on things. Each track also receives a star rating, on a scale of 0 – 5 (½ stars are used as well), that is visible at the beginning and ending of the review.

Track reviews generally run a minimum of 250 words with many running north of 300 words. So, music enthusiasts everywhere – Musical Hypeians worldwide – get your fix of single & track reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner

The Musical Hype

Lil Xan, ‘Betrayed (Remix)’ | Track Review

With the announcement of his debut album, ‘TOTAL XANARCHY,’ rising rapper Lil Xan releases the remix of single “Betrayed,” featuring Rich the Kid and Yo Gotti.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|19Mar 1819 Mar, 2018

Lil Dicky, ‘Freaky Friday’ | Track Review

Lil Dicky returns as ridiculously as ever on single “Freaky Friday.” The former XXL Freshman is assisted by the ubiquitous Chris Brown.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|19Mar 1819 Mar, 2018

Halsey, ‘Alone’ | Track Review

Halsey drops a remix of her soulful standout “Alone” from ‘Hopeless Fountain Kingdom.’ She’s assisted by Big Sean and Stefflon Don.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|19Mar 1819 Mar, 2018

Brett Young, ‘Mercy’ | Track Review

Rising California country singer-songwriter shines on “Mercy,” a ‘late’ single issued from his 2017 self-titled debut album.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|19Mar 1819 Mar, 2018

Years & Years, ‘Sanctify’ | Track Review

British electro-pop band Years & Years, led by Olly Alexander, brilliantly fuse sexuality and spirituality on thrilling single, "Sanctify."

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Mar 1815 Mar, 2018

Levi Hummon, ‘Songs We Sang’ | Track Review

Rising country singer/songwriter Levi Hummon shows potential and promise beyond Nashville on his easygoing, fun single, “Songs We Sang.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|14Mar 1814 Mar, 2018

Pentatonix, ‘New Rules x Are You That Somebody’ | Track Review

With the announcement of new album, ‘PTX Presents: Top Pop, Vol. I.,’ standout a cappella group Pentatonix release a second single, mashup “New Rules x Are You That Somebody?”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|14Mar 1814 Mar, 2018

John Newman, ‘Fire in Me’ | Track Review

British pop-soul standout John Newman makes a truly ‘fierce’ return with his new, soulful-pop single, “Fire in Me.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|13Mar 1813 Mar, 2018

George Ezra, ‘Hold My Girl’ | Track Review

Always consistent, singer-songwriter George Ezra returns with “Hold My Girl,” the fourth single released in advance of sophomore album, ‘Staying at Tamara’s.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|12Mar 1812 Mar, 2018

Zoey G, ‘We’re Not Close Anymore’ | Track Review

Up-and-coming teen pop musician Zoey G keeps the momentum rolling on single “We’re Not Close Anymore,” her strong follow-up to “Runaway.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|12Mar 1812 Mar, 2018